Talk of the Town Inn & Suites
A laid-back aparthotel base for exploring Statia, minutes from the runway and the reef.
Why Go
On an island where most "hotels" are guesthouses tucked into old plantation lanes, Talk of the Town is Statia's practical middle ground — an easygoing aparthotel with a pool, kitchenettes and just enough polish to feel like a proper stay, without losing the small-island warmth that pulls divers, scientists and Dutch civil servants back season after season.
The Experience
The property sits on L.E. Saddler Road in Oranjestad, a five-minute walk from F.D. Roosevelt Airport and a short roll downhill into the historic Upper Town. Twelve rooms are arranged around a small pool and sundeck shaded by tropical plantings, and the vibe is more "neighborhood inn" than resort — you'll hear roosters at sunrise, chat with the housekeeping team about the day's plans, and probably end up borrowing local tips from other guests over morning coffee. Choose from a King Superior (tile floors, AC, ceiling fans, high-speed Wi-Fi), a poolside Studio Bungalow with kitchenette (fridge, microwave, coffee maker), or a roomier One-Bedroom Bungalow with a full kitchen, satellite TV and a private terrace. Everything is air-conditioned, everything has fans for the trade-wind nights, and daily housekeeping keeps it quietly running while you're off diving The Quill's flanks or hiking the volcano itself.
What to Try
Book the One-Bedroom Bungalow if you're staying more than three nights — the full kitchen turns a supermarket run at Duggins or Windward into proper island cooking (fresh wahoo, local produce, a bottle of something cold on the terrace). Use the pool deck as your afternoon decompression spot between morning dives and sunset at Fort Oranje. Take advantage of the hotel's Scubaqua partnership to bundle diving; the shop is a five-minute drive and pickup is easy to arrange. And if you're island-hopping, ask the front desk about the Fly Dutch Caribbean connection for smoother onward flights to Saba or St. Maarten.
Insider Tip
Statia has essentially no taxi network and rental cars book out weeks ahead in high season — reserve a car (or a scooter) at the same time you book your room, and ask the hotel to coordinate airport pickup for your arrival day so you're not standing on the tarmac with luggage. Also: the kitchenette is a lifesaver on Sundays, when almost every restaurant on the island is closed.
The Practical Stuff
Address: 9 L.E. Saddler Road, Oranjestad, St. Eustatius (Caribbean Netherlands). Walking distance from F.D. Roosevelt Airport (FDRA) and roughly 550 m from Oranjestad's Upper Town center. On-site: 12 rooms, freshwater pool, sundeck, free Wi-Fi, on-site and street parking, daily housekeeping, eco-friendly bath amenities. No on-site restaurant or bar — all units have kitchens or kitchenettes, and cafés, bakeries and a supermarket are within walking distance. Book direct at talktownstatia.com for the best-rate guarantee. USD is widely accepted alongside the local currency; bring cash for smaller vendors.
Pair It With
- Scubaqua Dive Center Guide — The hotel's partner PADI 5-Star shop, five minutes away — Statia's underwater volcanic pinnacles and pristine reefs are the main reason most guests fly in.
- The Quill National Park — Hike into the crater of Statia's dormant volcano, a 45-minute drive-and-climb from the hotel and the island's signature adventure.
- Fort Oranje & Historic Core — A ten-minute stroll from your room, this 17th-century Dutch fort and the surrounding cobbled lanes are the best sunset spot on the island.
- Old Gin House / Lower Town — Down the cliffside Bay Path for a waterfront dinner and a swim at Gallows Bay — an easy evening out that pairs perfectly with a self-catered lunch back at your bungalow.
